Camino gummies come in 5mg THC per gummy (standard) — the same standard New York’s OCM allows for edibles at most licensed dispensaries including The Flowery. A 10mg dose means two Caminos; a 2.5mg microdose means half a gummy. For first-timers in NYC, the right answer is almost always: start with 5mg (one gummy), wait 90 minutes before deciding anything, and never eat the second gummy just because the first one “isn’t working yet.” That’s the shortcut to a bad time.
The Hard Rule Every First-Timer Needs
One Camino. Ninety minutes. No exceptions.
The most common NYC edible mistake is eating a second gummy at the 45-minute mark “because nothing’s happening.” Then both kick in at the 90-minute mark simultaneously and the person goes from 0mg to 10mg in 5 minutes. That’s the edible horror story everyone has.
Edibles metabolize through your liver, not your lungs. Onset is slow. Peak is late. If you don’t respect the timeline, the timeline will not respect you.
Why Camino’s 5mg Is the Right First-Timer Dose
New York OCM allows up to 10mg per serving in edibles. Wyld sells at 10mg per gummy. Camino sells at 5mg per gummy. For a first-timer, half that dose makes the difference between “nice afternoon” and “call my mom crying.”
At 5mg:
- The mental shift is noticeable but manageable
- Anxiety risk is much lower
- Duration is shorter (4–5 hours vs 6+ at 10mg)
- You can still function in public
- Tomorrow you’re clear-headed
At 10mg for a first-timer:
- Heavy body effect can be surprising
- “Too high” feeling is real
- Duration stretches into “when does this end” territory
- Anxiety risk meaningfully higher
Start at 5. Work up from there, session by session, not hour by hour.
The Standard First-Time Protocol
Print this out if you have to:
1. Eat something small (peanut butter toast, banana, handful of nuts). Not heavy. Not empty stomach. 2. Eat ONE 5mg Camino gummy. Chew fully, swallow. 3. Drink water. 4. Set a 90-minute timer on your phone. 5. Do not eat another gummy, no matter what. 6. If at 45 minutes you feel nothing — normal. Keep waiting. 7. At 60–90 minutes, you’ll feel something. Usually mild. 8. At 120 minutes you’re at or near peak. 9. Enjoy. Stay near home. Don’t drive. Don’t make big decisions.
What 5mg Actually Feels Like for a First-Timer
- Slight warmth in the chest or behind the eyes
- Mild time-distortion (30 minutes feels like 45)
- Mood lift, sometimes giggly
- Slightly heavier body sensation
- Enhanced sensory input — music sounds better, food tastes richer
- Functional conversation, moderate attention span
- Mild dry mouth
- Possible mild appetite increase
You will NOT, at 5mg:
- Hallucinate
- Forget who you are
- Feel incapable of speaking
- Be unable to function
If any of those happen, you took more than you intended or the gummy wasn’t what it claimed to be (see: unlicensed-shop counterfeits).
Dose Progression Guide
| Session | Dose | Goal |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (very first) | ½ Camino (2.5mg) | Test sensitivity |
| 2 (second time) | 1 Camino (5mg) | Standard starter |
| 3 (third time) | 1 Camino (5mg) | Confirm tolerance |
| 4 (if 5mg felt mild) | 1.5 Caminos (7.5mg) | Nudge up |
| 5 (regular user) | 2 Caminos (10mg) | Recreational standard |
Everyone’s metabolism is different. Some people hit a comfortable dose at 5mg forever. Others move to 10mg within a month. There’s no wrong pace.
When to Take 10mg (Two Caminos)
You’re ready for 10mg when:
- You’ve eaten 5mg on three separate occasions with no anxiety or “too high” feeling
- You know exactly how long your body takes to onset and peak
- You have 4–6 hours where you don’t need to be functional
- You’re not mixing with alcohol or other substances
- You’re at home or somewhere safe
10mg is a real recreational dose. It’s not a test. It’s a deliberate buzz. Respect it.
How 5mg Camino Compares to Other Edibles
| Product | Dose per unit | Good starter? |
|---|---|---|
| Camino gummy | 5mg | Yes — ideal |
| Wyld gummy | 10mg | Too much for most first-timers (halve it) |
| Kiva chocolate bar (per square) | 5mg | Yes — same starter dose |
| Kiva Petra Mint | 2.5mg | Yes — microdose ideal |
| Wyld Pear 1:1 | 10mg THC + 10mg CBD | Forgiving thanks to CBD |
If you’re buying Wyld at 10mg per gummy, cut the gummy in half for your first time. 5mg is the target. How you get there doesn’t matter.
What to Avoid While First-Dosing
- Alcohol. Don’t stack. Pick one.
- Unfamiliar environments. First edible at a concert = bad plan.
- New or stressful people. Home or close friends.
- Empty stomach. Eat something.
- Heavy meals. Slows onset unpredictably.
- Caffeine. Not deadly, but can add anxiety.
- Driving. Don’t. Plan your ride before the gummy.
Signs You Took Too Much
If you feel:
- Rapid heart rate + anxiety
- Dizzy when standing
- Overwhelming paranoia
- Extreme nausea
What to do:
- Find a quiet space
- Drink water
- Eat a small snack (fat helps)
- Rest. It will pass.
- Chew black peppercorns (folk remedy, sometimes helps)
- Remember: no one has died from a weed overdose. This is temporary.
If symptoms are severe or include chest pain, call 911. Don’t panic — help is available and this is common enough that medical professionals know how to handle it.
Where to Buy Camino 5mg in NYC
- Walk-in at any Flowery location.
- Same-day delivery across NYC + Hudson Valley.
- Pre-order pickup — pay online, grab at the counter.
Budtenders can walk you through dosing in under 2 minutes. This is what we do. No judgment.
Quick FAQ
Can I take two 5mg Caminos at once as a first-timer? Strongly not recommended. Start with one.
What if my friend takes 20mg regularly? Their tolerance isn’t yours. Ignore peer dosing.
Should I split a Camino in half the very first time? If you’re anxious or small-framed, yes. 2.5mg is a great sensitivity test.
Will 5mg show up on a drug test? Yes. THC is THC.
Do I need to eat food with it? A light snack helps. Don’t go fully empty-stomach.
How much water should I drink? A normal amount. You’ll be thirsty — that’s normal.
Can I lay down after eating one? Sure. Nothing about edibles requires upright posture.
The Bottom Line
For NYC first-timers, Camino’s 5mg dose is the correct starting point. One gummy, ninety minutes, one food, one quiet environment. At The Flowery we hand out this exact protocol to new customers every day. It works. Trust the timeline, don’t re-dose, and let 5mg do its thing. You can always go higher next time.